Ellen Coleman
Mechanicsburg
Summary
Detail-oriented paralegal with expertise in legal research, document preparation, and client communication. Proven ability to assist in trial preparation and case management, ensuring efficient operations and successful outcomes. Extensive experience in complex divorce matter and child custody matters.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
General Paralegal
Irwin & McKnight, P.C.
01.2017 - Current
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, and contracts.
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Organized case files and maintained accurate records for efficient retrieval and management.
- Managed communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel to facilitate information exchange.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain a smooth flow of firm operations.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm's billing system.
- Assisted in the preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in the best interest of the the client.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Managed complex divorce cases and custody matters.
- Drafted guardianship petitions and transfer of guardianship petitions.
- Collaborated with attorneys to prepare for trials and hearings, enhancing overall case strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
Central Penn College
Enola, PA05-2018
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Central Penn College
Enola, PA05-2017
Skills
- Legal research/Westlaw
- Legal writing
- Civil litigation
- Trial preparation assistance
- Court filing
- Document preparation
- Case management
- Attorney support
- Calendar management
- Proficient in MS office
- Client communication
- Marital settlement agreements
Timeline
General Paralegal
Irwin & McKnight, P.C.
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
Central Penn College
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Central Penn College